The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

Zhu Kang frowned, his expression gloomy, and asked in a low voice: "Are you sure it's someone from the Wang family?"

Aunt Ling nodded confidently: "Just now, a maid saw with her own eyes that several strangers went to the backyard. Master, now is a rare opportunity, we can't delay any longer. Anyway, she died during childbirth, it's natural and no one can find fault with it."

Zhu Kang's face was stern and there was a ruthless look in his eyes.

He cursed in a low voice: "This woman Wang Yanqing has never given me a good day since she married into the Zhu family. She even tried her best to keep a child!"

Aunt Ling agreed, "Yes, Master. If you delay any longer, once the Wang family intervenes, even if the Madam really died during childbirth, they will inevitably investigate further. This fire was just an opportunity. The thief broke in, used a knife, and assaulted the Madam. We have every reason to protect ourselves."

Zhu Kang clenched his fists, as if he had made up his mind.

He sneered, "Okay! I'll listen to you this time. You send someone to spread the word that there's a thief in the Zhu family, and I'll deal with Wang Yanqing."

Aunt Ling's eyes lit up and she nodded immediately: "Don't worry, Master. I'll do it right away."

After Aunt Ling turned and left, Zhu Kang glanced coldly at the yard where Wang Yanqing was, his eyes full of chillness.

While adjusting his cuffs, he walked towards the yard, his steps getting faster and faster, and finally he almost rushed in.

"Wang Yanqing, don't blame me this time!" he whispered through gritted teeth.

At this time, Lin Ruoxuan was comforting Wang Yanqing in the house.

Although her heart was filled with anger and anxiety, her voice was always gentle: "Second sister, don't be afraid, hold on, the baby will be born safely."

Suddenly, there were chaotic footsteps outside the yard, accompanied by noisy shouting.

Lin Ruoxuan's expression froze, and she instantly realized that something was wrong.

She whispered to Wang Yanqing to comfort her: "Sister, hold on, I'll go take a look."

Wang Yanqing grabbed her hand and said weakly: "Ruoxuan... don't go out... they won't let you go..."

Lin Ruoxuan took a deep breath and said softly, "Sister, I'll be fine. Don't worry, I will definitely protect you."

Holding the dagger in her hand, she walked cautiously to the door and looked out through the crack.

Sure enough, she saw Zhu Kang walking towards them quickly. His cold and cruel expression made Lin Ruoxuan feel a chill on her back.

"He is here to kill my second sister!" A hint of murderous intent flashed through Lin Ruoxuan's mind, but she quickly calmed down, quickly closed the door, and hid in the dark.

Zhu Kang kicked the door open, his eyes swept through the room and fell directly on Wang Yanqing lying on the bed.

Lying on the bed, Wang Yanqing was covered in cold sweat, his face was as pale as paper, veins bulged on his forehead, and his body, curled up in pain, was shaking constantly.

Her breathing was rapid, but she couldn't utter a word due to the torture of childbirth. She could only stare at Zhu Kang helplessly, with deep fear and hatred in her eyes.

Zhu Kang slowly walked to the bedside, lowered his head and looked down at her, with a sneer on his face: "Yanqing, you are so lucky that you can still hold on at this time."

There was a cold murderous intent in his words, like a poisonous snake entwining its prey, which made Wang Yanqing feel a chill on her back.

She struggled feebly, her voice hoarse: "Zhu Kang...you beast...you will be punished!"

"Retribution?" Zhu Kang snorted coldly and shook his head contemptuously, "Do you think I'm afraid of these illusory things? Now, for the reputation of the Zhu family and for Ling'er's child, I can only let you go."

"Oh, right." Zhu Kang's eyes flashed with viciousness, and he sighed hypocritically, "Just now a thief broke into the yard and caused quite a commotion. Unfortunately, the thief missed and broke into your room. I was a step late by accident, and ended up not being able to save you."

As he spoke, he slowly pulled out a cold dagger from his sleeve, the blade glowing coldly in the candlelight.

Zhu Kang clenched the dagger and slowly approached Wang Yanqing, his voice extremely cold: "This is such a perfect excuse, isn't it?"

Wang Yanqing's pupils suddenly shrank, and she tried her best to retreat, but was unable to move because of the severe pain.

She was shaking all over and tears of despair welled up in her eyes.

Just as Zhu Kang raised the dagger, there was a sudden gust of wind behind him, "Bang!"

A heavy vase hit Zhu Kang hard on the back of his head. He groaned and fell forward unexpectedly, and the dagger fell to the ground with a "ding" sound.

Lin Ruoxuan was still holding half of the broken vase in her hand, staring coldly at Zhu Kang who was lying on the ground.

"Want to kill to silence the witness? You underestimate me." Her voice was not loud, but it was chilling.

Zhu Kang struggled to get up, turned to look at Lin Ruoxuan, his face livid: "How dare you meddle in the Zhu family's affairs?!"

Lin Ruoxuan didn't answer. While he was half-kneeling, she leaned over, picked up the dagger on the ground, and stabbed his legs without hesitation.

The sound of the dagger piercing the muscle could be clearly heard, and blood gushed out instantly.

"Ah!" Zhu Kang screamed in pain, fell backwards, rolled on the ground holding his legs, his face distorted by severe pain.

Lin Ruoxuan took two steps back and looked at him coldly, her tone full of disgust: "People like you don't deserve to stand up again."

At this time, Luqiao and Hongya rushed in and were shocked to see the blood all over the ground and Zhu Kang struggling on the ground.

"Madam!" Hongya ran forward and supported Lin Ruoxuan, with a worried look in her eyes, "Are you okay?"

Lin Ruoxuan shook her head and glanced at Zhu Kang sternly: "It's okay, tie him up and don't let him move again."

Luqiao gritted her teeth, found a roll of rope, and worked together with Hongya to tie Zhu Kang up tightly.

Wang Yanqing's moans came from the bed. Lin Ruoxuan immediately turned around and walked to her side, holding her cold hand, her eyes softened a little: "Second sister, don't be afraid, Zhu Kang has been subdued by me. From now on, I will definitely keep you safe."

Wang Yanqing opened her eyes weakly, tears welling up in her eyes, and her voice was hoarse: "Ruoxuan... please... save my child..."

Lin Ruoxuan nodded, her expression solemn: "Sister, stop talking and save your energy. I will save your child and I will save you too."

She looked at Hongya and said decisively, "Hongya, go to the front yard and invite my mother-in-law and Madam Wang over. They have both given birth before and have some experience."

Hongya quickly responded: "Yes, madam, I'll go right away!"

Lin Ruoxuan looked at Luqiao again: "Luqiao, go to the kitchen to get some hot water and a clean cloth, and move quickly."

Luqiao nodded and ran out quickly.

As soon as Hongya ran to the gate of the yard, she was stopped by a group of old women and servants brought by Aunt Ling.

"You are so brave!" Aunt Ling stood in the middle of the crowd, her arms folded across her chest, staring at Hongya fiercely, her tone as cold as ice, "You dare to run away after stealing something? Has no one taught you the rules of this courtyard?"

Hong Ya's arms were tightly held by several maids. Her face flushed red as she shouted anxiously, "Let me go! What are you talking about? I'm not a thief! I'm someone close to the Madam of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. If you continue to mess around like this, the Madam will not forgive you!"